Office of Undergraduate Research

University of Kentucky Sustainability Showcase

Oct 15, 2025, 5:00 – 7:30 PM

The UK Sustainability Showcase will be held on October 15, 2025 at 5:30 pm in UK's Healthy Kentucky Research Building (HKRB) Atrium. The event will highlight several aspects of our collective efforts to advance sustainability, including:

Research Alumni Career Panel

Sep 23, 2025, 5:00 – 6:00 PM

Join us for an insightful and inspiring panel discussion with UK alumni as they share their unique research experiences and how those opportunities prepared them for graduation, their current professional endeavors, and future plans. Learn how to leverage your research experience and skills to enhance your resume and set yourself apart. Free parking is available in the HKRB lot. More information here.

Student Research + Summer Fellowship Lunch and Learn

Feb 4, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Join the Office of Undergraduate Research team to learn about research opportunities during the academic year and summer, including fellowships, travel funds and more. Hear from current and previous undergraduate research fellows. Lunch will be provided. This event is open to all UK undergraduates. REGISTER NOW ** Register by 12:00 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 3

2025 Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars

Apr 30, 2025, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

The 19th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Scholars is a moment when we step back from our academic routines to celebrate the accomplishments of our students and encourage them along the path of intellectual achievement, as well as celebrate the inspiration and creativity of our young scholars and the dedication of their mentors.

OUR Research Expo

Jan 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Jan 27, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Gatton Student Center Social Staircase The Undergraduate Research + Creative Experience Expo will introduce undergraduate scholars to the diversity of research conducted at UK, allow students to network with research faculty and staff, and learn about mentored research opportunities. More information here.

Aperture UK Journal of Undergraduate Research Info Session

Sep 12, 2024, 5:15 – 6:15 PM

Learn how you can get involved with the University of Kentucky's NEW Journal of Undergraduate Research's student editorial board.

Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Sep 10, 2024, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

Discover what's wildly possible with undergraduate research! Explore the opportunities available for involvement in research at the University of Kentucky. Learn how to find research opportunities, connect with a faculty mentor, and get answers to your questions at an Information Session. This event is hosted by the Undergraduate Research Ambassador team.

Get Started with Undergraduate Research!

Sep 4, 2024, 5:30 – 6:30 PM

2024 Oswald Awards Reception

Nov 14, 2024, 4:30 – 6:00 PM

The Oswald Research and Creativity Competition is intended to promote research and creativity in all fields of study. Join us at the 2024 Oswald Competition's Student Awards Reception on Thursday, November 14 from 4:30-6 PM in the Lucille Caudill Little Fine Arts Library. Meet the Student Researchers, Artists, and Designers 7 Categories. 2 Award Winners per Category. 14 Student Winners. Cash prizes! Open to all student competitors, faculty, staff, and campus community.

Beckman Scholar Information Session

Nov 13, 2024, 4:00 – 5:00 PM

The Office of Undergraduate Research is hosting a Beckman Scholars Information Session on Wednesday, November 13 at 4 PM via Zoom for all students interested in applying. The Beckman Scholars Program is a prestigious and highly selective undergraduate research program, affording students an elevated level of engagement with their research mentors and providing the scholars with an uninterrupted, financially supported undergraduate research experience that spans one academic year and two summers. $21,000 stipend for 15-months of mentored research

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